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1301 days ago

Your Big Mac, ordered from here.

McDonald's

New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to … View more
New Zealand’s lush green pastures and temperate climate means our country produces some of the world’s best beef.

New Zealand is one of McDonald’s top ten beef-producing markets and it’s such a hit with the rest of the world that a significant percentage of NZ’s beef exports are to international McDonald’s markets.

We partner with many Kiwi farmers who produce our beef, including Whangara Farms which was the first beef farm outside of Europe to be invited to the McDonald’s Flagship Farmers programme.

ANZCO Foods, based in the small Taranaki town of Waitara, are responsible for making our 100% beef patties. About 90% of the staff at the Waitara plant are locals and they manage to produce around half a million patties each day.

Our quality beef cuts are minced and that’s it. No additives or fillers, just mince that is formed in patties, before they’re flash-frozen and sent to restaurants.
Learn more

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1302 days ago

Power Outage - Update

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Power fully restored on Northpower network
A fault on high voltage equipment at Northpower’s Kensington substation caused an outage for over 28,000 customers at 4pm yesterday.
While the substation was out of operation, power was switched from other parts of Northpower’s electricity network to … View more
Power fully restored on Northpower network
A fault on high voltage equipment at Northpower’s Kensington substation caused an outage for over 28,000 customers at 4pm yesterday.
While the substation was out of operation, power was switched from other parts of Northpower’s electricity network to quickly restore most customers within an hour.
Around 8,000 customers in the Kamo and Hikurangi areas remained without power until around 9.45pm, when the power was fully restored to all customers.
“With the fault being on high voltage equipment in our largest regional substation, the impact was larger and the outage was longer than we usually deal with,” says Josie Boyd, Northpower Network General Manager.

“Customers who had their power restored earlier were asked to conserve power to ensure that higher than usual loads on some parts of the network could be managed. People did a great job of conserving enough energy to help us keep the power on where we could, so we thank them for that.
“The team at Northpower worked really hard to get the power back on and we would like to thank all those affected for their patience and understanding.”
Northpower apologises for the inconvenience and is investigating the cause of the fault.

1302 days ago

Mother's Day

NumberWorks'nWords Whangarei

Thank you to all our amazing mums from the team at NumberWorks'nWords.

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1310 days ago

Help PLEASE

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

Whangarei Police are appealing for witnesses to an aggravated robbery incident on Sunday 25th April where a physically-disabled man on a mobility scooter was assaulted and robbed by two cowardly offenders.
The victim was travelling on his mobility scooter at around midday on the cycle pathway near … View more
Whangarei Police are appealing for witnesses to an aggravated robbery incident on Sunday 25th April where a physically-disabled man on a mobility scooter was assaulted and robbed by two cowardly offenders.
The victim was travelling on his mobility scooter at around midday on the cycle pathway near the intersection of Jack Street and Miro Street in Otangarei when he was approached by two unknown males who were holding planks of wood.
The males assaulted the victim, who is unable to verbally communicate and couldn’t call out for help.

He was knocked unconscious by the offenders who also stole cash from his wallet. The victim was able to eventually make his way home where he sent a text for an ambulance and was taken to hospital.
Police want to locate the males responsible for this serious incident.
The two males are described as teenagers of Maori ethnicity, one of whom was taller and slimmer in build than the other. One of the males also has a distinctive ginger stripe down the middle of his hair.
Police want to hear from any witnesses or anyone who may recognise the description of these males.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police on 105, quoting file 210426/9966 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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1304 days ago

15 things we don't know about transport

Oliver Neighbourly Lead from One Tree Point

Research shows that not enough of us connect our car use with our carbon footprint, and driving less is likely to be one of the best and easiest ways we can reduce our carbon footprint.
The trouble is — we really, really love our cars. Collectively, Kiwis drive 49 billion kilometres (the … View more
Research shows that not enough of us connect our car use with our carbon footprint, and driving less is likely to be one of the best and easiest ways we can reduce our carbon footprint.
The trouble is — we really, really love our cars. Collectively, Kiwis drive 49 billion kilometres (the equivalent of 1.2 million times round the planet) every year.
Check out these interesting facts about the impact of transport on climate change (click here to download the full-size PDF infographic).

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1304 days ago

Seeking input for our Draft Climate Action Plan survey

The Team from Whangarei District Council

Our Draft Climate Action Plan identifies specific outcomes from our work on climate change mitigation and adaptation. The new draft plan covers our whole District, outlining ways we can manage and act on the effects of climate change.

We are now seeking public feedback on the draft, from … View more
Our Draft Climate Action Plan identifies specific outcomes from our work on climate change mitigation and adaptation. The new draft plan covers our whole District, outlining ways we can manage and act on the effects of climate change.

We are now seeking public feedback on the draft, from quick-thoughts through to detailed input on our strategic approach. See the link below to take part.

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1304 days ago

Mothers Day gifts at Red Cross in Whangarei

Todd Vincent from Red Cross Shop Whangarei

Here at Whangarei Red Cross we have heaps of gift ideas for your Mum this Mother’s Day. We are open 9am to 5pm week days and 9am to 4pm on Saturdays. You’ll find us at 46 John Street near Hospice.

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1305 days ago

Learn te reo Māori!

Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi

Te Pōkaitahi Reo

Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:

“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to bridge… View more
Te Pōkaitahi Reo

Meet Parminder Singh (Punjabi) who shares his journey with Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi:

“Studying in the Pōkaitahi Reo programme has allowed me to develop a totally beautiful and unique relationship with Māori communities. The learning has helped my work to bridge gaps between Māori and others in our multicultural communities. When I look back, I feel really proud. It’s a great feeling when I speak te reo Māori. It’s a privilege.”

Share in Parminder’s experience and enquire now for 2021. These programmes are tuition fee free!
Find out more

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1305 days ago

2013 Holden Commodore VF

Joe & Gaylene from Hikurangi Coastal

Beautiful dark green. Awesome car to drive. Very economical on long trips. Has all bells and whistles including brilliant blue tooth. Has very good cruise control. Radio volume/blue tooth answering/etc. all controlled from steering wheel. We will provide 12 months WOF and registration to buyer. … View moreBeautiful dark green. Awesome car to drive. Very economical on long trips. Has all bells and whistles including brilliant blue tooth. Has very good cruise control. Radio volume/blue tooth answering/etc. all controlled from steering wheel. We will provide 12 months WOF and registration to buyer. This will be a collectors item in years to come - good investment.

Price: $19

1305 days ago

WFS Upcoming screenings

Geoff from Central Whangarei

Good people
Check out our range of films being screened at Forum North over the next few weeks.
Hope to see you there.
Geoff

WFS screenings May 2021.pdf Download View

1305 days ago

Mother’s Day gift ideas at the Red Cross Shop in Whangarei

Todd Vincent from Red Cross Shop Whangarei

We have plenty of lovely Mother’s Day inexpensive gift ideas for your Mum. Mothers is this Sunday 9th of May. Visit us at 46 John Street Whangarei, we are open 9am to 5pm week days and 9am to 4pm Saturday.

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1307 days ago

Is your property in Whangārei's new flooding and erosion zones?

Denise Piper Reporter from Whangārei Leader

The Northland Regional Council has just released its updated coastal hazard maps, which identify sites at risk of flooding or erosion over the next 50 to 100 years, especially if rapid sea level rise occurs. Newly mapped communities include Mangawhai, Tamaterau​, Moureeses Bay and Woolleys​ … View moreThe Northland Regional Council has just released its updated coastal hazard maps, which identify sites at risk of flooding or erosion over the next 50 to 100 years, especially if rapid sea level rise occurs. Newly mapped communities include Mangawhai, Tamaterau​, Moureeses Bay and Woolleys​ Bay. Are you impacted? What do you think of the coastal hazard maps?

1306 days ago

Mother's Day is this weekend

Sunday Star Times

Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code … View more
Are you still looking for the perfect Mother's Day treat?

From now until Mother's Day, subscribe to the Sunday Star-Times for 6 months and you will receive a free Antipodes skincare gift, valued at $115!

Follow the link, select the 6 month option and use the promo code SSTMOTHERSDAY at the checkout to redeem.

Hurry! Offer ends Sunday. T&C's apply.
Subscribe Now

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1306 days ago

Have you met my friend Pounamu?

Alison Shrigley Reporter from Whangārei Leader

She is CUTE, and waiting to entertain you....

It's Super Wednesday tomorrow which means that seniors get 50% off entry to Kiwi North, 500 State highway 14, Maunu.

A perfect time to check out our latest exhibition in conjunction with Creative Northland called Drawing our Heritage in the Mim … View more
She is CUTE, and waiting to entertain you....

It's Super Wednesday tomorrow which means that seniors get 50% off entry to Kiwi North, 500 State highway 14, Maunu.

A perfect time to check out our latest exhibition in conjunction with Creative Northland called Drawing our Heritage in the Mim Ringer Gallery.

We are open from 10am and are the final stop on bus route 6.

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